Col de Fay from Sorlin en Bugey

Col de Fay can be cycled from 7 sides. Col de Fay from Torcieu via Cleyzieu is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Col de Fay from Sorlin en Bugey, Col de Fay from Torcieu, Col de Fay from Vaux en Bugey, Col de Fay from Lagnieu, Col de Fay from Villebois & Côte de Brenaz.

Col de Fay from Sorlin en Bugey is a challenging ascent. For this type of climbing, we recommend mountain gearing, specifically a compact system. This means a small front chainring of 34 teeth, combined with a rear cassette where, depending on your level, strength, and experience, you choose a sprocket with 30, 32, or even 34 teeth. Remember that a smooth cadence is always more efficient!

Col de Fay from Sorlin en Bugey is a serious climb and falls into the 2nd category. With a good basic fitness level, even without much cycling experience, you can complete this climb just fine. However, a bike with climbing gears is a must. Without experience or training, it will be really tough – but that’s part of the challenge!

Col de Fay from Sorlin en Bugey is 7.6 km long.

The average gradient of Col de Fay from Sorlin en Bugey is 6.4%.

Col de Fay from Sorlin en Bugey has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 15.7%.

The summit of Col de Fay from Sorlin en Bugey is at 674 m.

At a slow pace of 7 km/h, it takes about 01:04:58 to climb Col de Fay from Sorlin en Bugey. At 11 km/h the time is 00:41:21, and at 15 km/h 00:30:19. For the fastest cyclists, 00:23:56 is an achievable time.

Col de Fay from Sorlin en Bugey is located in the region Ain in France.